Archive for the 'Music' Category

Led Zep on XM

21Nov08

I like to work out to excellent music, whether it’s with a walkman or jamming out loud in my bedroom with my Onkyo/Sony system.  Music lifts you up and can take your workout to a higher level.
I was glad to hear XM Radio devoted a channel for Led Zeppelin music.  Their whole collection, rare live [...]


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Robert Fripp Quotes

20Aug08

Here are some more thought provoking quotes by the incredible leader of the progressive rock group King Crimson, Robert Fripp:
“Relaxation is necessary tension.  Tension is unnecessary tension.”
“The foundation of learning is play.”
“We know others to the extent that we know ourselves.”
“Begin with the possible and move gradually to the impossible.”
“A beginning is invisible.”
“Understanding changes what [...]


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Music Playlist for this week’s classes

25Jun08

My water fitness classes this week will feature the music of Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music!  If you come to my classes, enjoy!  This is cool stuff to work out to intensely.


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Cool, Sexy Brazilian Music

14Feb08

Want to listen to some cool, sexy Brazilian music?  I just set up this eclectic playlist of 45 songs from Brazil.  Some might be familiar.  Some for sure not.  But definitely good stuff with Jorge Ben, Gilbert Gil, Maria Bethania, Daniela Mercury and Caetano Veloso.  There’s even a few songs by the legendary American progressive [...]


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Favorite Fripp Quotes

25Jan08

I’ve been a huge Robert Fripp fan throughout the years, both for his musical compositions and writings. I just think all of his stuff is totally original, mindful, and the opposite of being “status quo.” Here’s a few of his quotes I think are interesting:
“Don’t be helpful, be available”
“Listen also with the ears of [...]


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